• Coaching is a transformative experience and the skill of enabling another person to discover what they want to achieve, how they can do this and what the blocks are  through insightful and powerful questions.
• Coaching is having the unwavering belief in another persons abilities and championing them.
• Coaching evokes action, accountability and self-ownership and allows the coachee to think deeply on their current reality and tap into how they can move forward and really get it from their words and their understanding. This realisation has to come from them, no one else. It has been proven time and time again that telling someone what to do will never have the same impact or lasting impact as when they have the eureka moment themselves.
• Coaching is practicing deep active listening, having the ability to pause and not fill gaps and absolute presence with another person…not thinking about what you will say next. It is from this perspective that you hone the skill of questions that allow the other person to think past any block they have had.
• Effective coaching is asking powerful questions that are thought provoking and create a space for growth, self-reflection, the discovery of new possibilities and the path to get there. This is delivered in a way that offers a safe space founded on trust and integrity.

Coaching plays a pivotal role in refining leadership and team dynamics. Here’s a succinct breakdown of its importance:

1. Skill Elevation: Coaches facilitate skill enhancement, addressing aspects such as communication and decision-making for leaders and teams.

2. Collective Improvement: Identifying areas for enhancement, coaches guide both individuals and teams toward heightened performance.

3. Self-awareness: Coaching prompts introspection, encouraging self-awareness regarding strengths, weaknesses, and personal attributes.

4. Strategic Goal Setting: Coaches assist in establishing coherent and achievable goals, aligning individual and team objectives with overarching organisational targets.

5. Conflict Resolution: Offering strategies for conflict resolution, coaches contribute to maintaining a harmonious team dynamic.

6. Leadership Refinement: Leadership coaching refines qualities such as emotional intelligence and strategic thinking, essential for effective leadership.

7. Change Management: Coaches aid in navigating transitions, promoting adaptability and a positive outlook during periods of change.

8. Team Cohesion: By cultivating trust, collaboration, and open communication, coaching contributes to building strong, cohesive teams.

9. Employee Satisfaction: The investment in coaching signals a commitment to professional development, positively impacting employee satisfaction and retention.

10. Continuous Growth: Coaching serves as an ongoing process, fostering continuous learning, adaptability, and skill enhancement.

A coaching program typically involves a needs assessment to identify areas for development, a combination of group and individual coaching sessions, and ongoing support to help each individual implement what they have learned.

It is coaching that allows your people to be more adaptable, resilient, get clear about their roles, identify the most efficient way of working, find their strengths and have the confidence to quire new skills.

The result? Lower staff turnover, higher engagement, productivity and an environment where people are encouraged and supported to do their best.

Coaching your people isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity.

The Stats:

The International Coach Federation (ICF) reports that “leaders who participated in coaching saw a 50% to 70% increase in work performance, time management, and team effectiveness.” Other studies support these metrics on the impact of coaching further:

• 6X average ROI on the cost of executive and career coaching
• 72% improved communication skills
• 67% improved their work/life balance
• 53% improved executive productivity
• 70% enhanced direct report/supervisor relationships
• 67% improved teamwork

The length of a coaching program can vary depending on the needs of the individual and the organisation. Typically, programs can range from a few months to a year or more.